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Sun Devil Athletics Manual (SDA)

SDA 302: Sun Devil Life
Skills

Purpose

To explain Sun Devil Athletics’
commitment to the holistic education of the student-athlete

Sources

National Collegiate Athletic Association

Sun Devil Athletics

Background

In 1991, the National
Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Foundation initiated
efforts to create a total development program for student-athletes. Through the
collaborative efforts of the NCAA Foundation and the Division 1-A
Athletic Directors’ Association, the Challenging
Athletes’ Minds for Personal Success (CHAMPS)/Life Skills
program was created.

Policy

ASU is a participating member of the NCAA CHAMPS/Life Skills
program. ASU’s Sun Devil Life Skills focuses on the holistic
development of the student-athlete and prepares student-athletes
for the challenges of life beyond the playing field. In each of the
five commitment areas identified below, ASU has developed programs
and services to provide a learning environment that will serve as
the foundation from which student-athletes mature into their full
potential.

Commitment Areas

Academic Excellence

Programs and services support the academic progress of the
student-athlete toward intellectual development and graduation.

Athletic Excellence

In a setting built upon the philosophical foundation of a
broad-based, equitable athletic program that focuses on well-being,
student-athletes are provided quality coaching, state-of-the-art
facilities, top-of-the-line equipment, strength and conditioning
programming, and medical support.

Community Outreach

Student-athletes engage in service to the campus and surrounding
communities through a program called Sun Devil TALES (Talk About
Life Experiences through Sport).

Personal Development

ASU supports the development of a well-balanced lifestyle for
student-athletes, encouraging personal growth and decision-making
skill through a program called Sun Devil SPARK (Supporting Personal
Achievement and Relaying Knowledge).

Career Development

Student-athletes are encouraged to develop and pursue career and
life goals through Sun Devil HEAT (Help Employ Athletes Today).